Thinking of pushing the button on going solar??

Stubod

Hi all,

Been getting a few quotes as we have been considering "going solar". Prices around 8-9k for 8 panels, inverter and 5kw battery system.

We use storage heaters and are on an Economy 7 tariff. (NB I am aware that solar and a small battery will not have any impact on our heating bills).

Not really doing it expecting a return anytime soon, mainly hoping to reduce our daytime usage significantly, and also hoping it may make the property more "saleable" should we decide to move at some point.

I am aware that inverters and batteries have a "limited life" (7-12 years?).

Just wondering what peoples thoughts are, and what questions I need to ask when the respective suppliers come and do a survey?

Any feedback appreciated....

Alnat1

Try posting this on the Green & Ethical board, lots more help over there.

QrizB

There's a thread on exactly this over on "Green and Ethical":

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6598798/questions-to-ask-potential-solar-installers#latest

If you share your quotes over there, you'll get useful feedback.

Stubod

..have requested mods move post accordingly....

badmemory

My inverter & batteries are guaranteed for 12 years & panels for 25 years.

Screwdriva

Hold off on pushing any buttons till you have shared the brands of PV components offered, your annual electricity consumption and plans (if any) to get a heat pump/ EV.

In my experience, warranties from unethical brands mean very little & the quote you have shared seems very high for what's on offer. 

Solarchaser

Need more data I'm afraid.
What size are the panels, what size will the inverter be?
What orientation will the panels be mounted?
Any issues with shading?
Brands are important also.

Agree that it seems pretty expensive for what's been offered on the face of it

badmemory

I was surprised at how much the scaffolding was but I needed it front & back as I am east/west orientated.

Stubod

Thanks for all the feedback. When they come to give me a quote I will note all the details and post back.

QrizB

Stubod said:

Thanks for all the feedback. When they come to give me a quote I will note all the details and post back.

If you drop Screwdriva a DM they might be able to suggest an installer that serves your area. Just for comparison with the ones you've already got.

Stubod

Hi all, just had our first quote as follows:-

5KW system, using 11 Hengdian panels, Sunsynk 5kw inverter, Sunsynk 10 kw battery

10k install cost, estimated saving sof £400 per year...

...grateful for any comments on the overall cost, and the quality / reliability of the components...

..many thanks....